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DA53 ATX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,893 mi
Last recorded55,893 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 ATX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 55,893 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

outer skin on rear exgaust loose

Fail 26 Mar 2019 55,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

outer skin on rear exgaust loose

Pass 27 Mar 2018 53,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 49,138 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 49,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 44,138 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 44,138 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 40,656 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 37,642 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 34,901 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 31,508 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2011 26,802 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 26,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 21,251 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,549 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 10,813 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 7,285 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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DA53 ATX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 74,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA53 ATX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DA53 ATX?

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What year was DA53 ATX registered?

DA53 ATX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DA53 ATX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 ATX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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